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February 2016

There are definitely tracks made specifically to turn up to, and there’s tracks to chill out and think about life to. Bartello’s newest, “True To The Code Of Ethics” is the latter. Produced by L.A. Chase, this is music to listen to alone, with a laid back vibe that you can’t help but get behind. Bartello showcases some natural flow

You may have heard the name Moses in several different circles in Milwaukee. Hip hop fans know him as the head of Higher Education Records, a label that has consistently been putting out quality music for the past few years. In addition to running the label, he also supplies a lot of the production on the tracks you hear from

In honor of Saves The Day currently writing their ninth studio album, I’ve created a small but sweet playlist of songs from In Reverie to their Self Titled. It’s truly amazing the places their sound goes while still sounding like themselves. Chris Conley is one of a kind. Hope you enjoy and end up checking out some of their latest

Up-and-coming artist Ralphael is finding ways to keep popping up on the local radar, with energetic tracks like his most recent drop, “No Question”. Produced by XYZ, the song allows Ralphael to get his own unique swagger and flow out to the masses. “No Question” is solid from start to finish, and an overall quality early track from an emerging

Some songs are just made to drive to late at night, and the latest from 40ozDai is one of them. “I Ain’t”, produced by LeanBeatz, is pure trap, with a calm, autotuned flow over the top. With a melodic hook that carries on in the verses, 40 doesn’t just let the production do all the work. This track is definitely

Today we have a premiere from one of the many young names in Milwaukee hip hop, TrellDaGreat. “Eternal Flame” is Trell’s latest single, from an upcoming project due out in the near future. Invoking the powerful words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the track features empowering production, and reflects on hardships in Milwaukee from Trell’s perspective. Check it out

The progression of IshDARR is crazy, and that’s showcased on the new track that he dropped today, “Alpha”. The flow is relentless, as Ish destroys some production from Millz Douglas and Lehvi. As accomplished as he is, at such a young age, it’s clear that IshDARR is still hungry for more. The beat switches up, but the fire doesn’t. In

If you’re friends with any local hip hop artists on Facebook, last week was rough for your timeline. The debate of “Best Rapper In Milwaukee” flared up extra hot, when Reggie Bonds claimed the throne. Pizzle responded accordingly, saying that he would drop a track twenty minutes later. Then, all hell broke loose when Pizzle posted about the “Pizzle Challenge”, and

If we had an alert for ridiculously catchy pop songs, all sorts of bells and whistles would be going off for the new single from Pharo, the side project of Mark Stewart of GGOOLLDD. The single is out via Close Up Of The Serene, and glistens from the moment you press play. Think a-ha meets The Drums meets Bleachers. Yes,

With over ten years in the hip hop game, Mickey Factz has made his name well known with a slew of mixtapes and albums, as well as his live show. That live show comes to Milwaukee on Tuesday, when the “It Was All A Dream” Tour featuring himself and Candis, makes a stop at Mango’s. We caught up with Mickey